wherever
- 01 B1 Intermediate
conj.in or to any place that something happens or exists.
conj.in, at, or to any place that; used to introduce a subordinate clause describing a location.
Simple“You can sit wherever you like in the cinema since it is nearly empty.”
In context“The dog followed him wherever he went, refusing to leave his side even for a moment during the long hike.”
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
conj.it does not matter which place something is in.
conj.regardless of the place in, at, or to which something occurs.
Simple“Wherever you go on holiday, make sure to take your passport.”
In context“Wherever the investigation leads, the committee is determined to uncover the truth behind the financial discrepancy.”
Synonymsno matter where - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adv.a stronger way to say 'where' when you are surprised or confused.
adv.an emphatic form of the interrogative 'where', typically used to express surprise, disbelief, or confusion.
Simple“Wherever did you find that beautiful old map?”
In context“Wherever could they have gone at this time of night without leaving a note or locking the front door?”
Synonymswhere on earth - 04 B2 Upper Intermediate
adv.any place that a person chooses.
adv.in or to any place whatever; used as a standalone adverbial to indicate total freedom of location.
Simple“We can go to the park, the beach, or wherever.”
In context“The budget allows us to host the conference in London, Paris, or wherever the board deems most convenient for the international delegates.”
Synonyms
Usage wherever possible
“They didn’t know what I had already lost.” She searched for answers through prayer and sought help wherever she could.”
“They aren’t sure: “I am quite lost, wherever I am.”
From where + ever.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.